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BRUSSELS – U.S.,EU, Norwegian, and Icelandic officials today signed an agreement that levels the competitive playing field for U.S. air carriers seeking to “wet lease” to European carriers. Today’s signature marks the end of a long-standing commercial concern for U.S. carriers, and...
WASHINGTON – U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Elaine L. Chao today announced the appointment of 22 members to DOT’s new Safety Oversight and Certification Advisory Committee (SOCAC).
“The committee’s input will help the Department ensure that the FAA remains the world’s...
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) today announced more than $272 million in grant funding to 10 rail projects in 10 states. Funding is provided through FRA’s Federal-State Partnership for State of Good Repair Program (SOGR Program) and...
What the Cost of Airline Fuel Means to You (9/13/19)
When most people think of gas prices, they understandably focus on the price they pay for gas at the pump. Yet the price that airlines pay for fuel also impacts millions of Americans. [more]
Airline Employment Is Rising (8/20/19)
PRISM is a key component to FMCSA's mission and improves highway safety by partnering with states to create a safety mechanism to identify and immobilize motor carriers that are prohibited from operation by FMCSA due to a Federal Out-of-Service order. PRISM enforces a safety standard to...
Remarks As Prepared for Delivery byU.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine L. ChaoGeorgia Chamber of CommerceMacon, GeorgiaAugust 13, 2019
Thank you, Senator Perdue.
I would also like to acknowledge Congressman Austin Scott, Congressman Drew Ferguson, Congressman Buddy...
WASHINGTON – Stephen M. Dickson was sworn in today by U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao as the 18th Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). An aviation industry professional with nearly 40 years of experience, Dickson is widely respected and assumes the role of...